San Diego’s Top Influentials highlights the Who’s Who in San Diego business, profiling the top newsmakers of 2008. This year we focus on the leaders in Biotech, Tech & Defense; Construction; Finance; Law and Business & Consumer Services; and Real Estate.
Since 1886, The Daily Transcript has seen and reported on many significant changes to San Diego’s economic landscape, many of which stem from the remarkable ideas and contributions of individuals. We pay tribute to these prominent newsmakers — San Diego’s movers and shakers — with a special salute to the Top Influentials.
Since 1886, The Daily Transcript has seen and reported on many significant changes to San Diego’s economic landscape, many of which stem from the remarkable ideas and numerous contributions of single individuals. These individuals have impacted our lives, our communities, our economy. Now, we pay tribute to these prominent newsmakers – San Diego’s movers and shakers – with a special salute to the 120 Top Influentials.
As The Daily Transcript celebrates its 120th year in print, our editorial board -- with help from the San Diego Historical Society -- reflects back on our region’s rich history. In this feature, we pay tribute to some of the pioneers who played an integral part in laying the foundation for San Diego’s future growth. Read more about the contributions these individuals have made as the Transcript takes a brief look back through time.
Barnhart Inc.'s management strategy positions the company to weather even the most tempestuous economy. Over the years the company has ensured it is well diversified and kept its staff lean even during boom years -- moves that have been the key to success for the company, said Eric Stenman, Barnhart president.
While many construction businesses have cut staff by as much as 50 percent, Barnhart is hiring. The company's volume for 2009 is approximately $400 million, down just $100 million from 2007, which was the best year on record at $500 million.
The effects of the slumping economy have been felt in virtually every industry throughout America. The downturn has touched sectors as diverse and wide-ranging as education, hospitality and health care, and slump is expected to continue in 2010.
Edwin "Thorpe" Romero, chairman of the Barona Band of Mission Indians, was recently named one of the region’s most influential people because ofhis passion for the welfare of his Tribe, as well as the entire San Diego community.
San Diego County Credit Union is San Diego's largest locally based, full-service financial institution with a successful track record of serving customers with all their financial needs. Originally chartered in 1938 as San Diego County Employees Credit Union, SDCCU was formed to provide for the financial needs of local county government employees. During the 1970's, SDCCU expanded its membership to include all San Diegans. Today, anyone who lives or works in San Diego, Riverside and Orange Counties is welcome to open an account.
Since our inception in 1944, when founder Jack S. Raub conducted his first survey while working with a handful of employees in a small office behind an auto garage in Costa Mesa, RBF has planned, engineered and surveyed landmark projects that have shaped the region.
